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New Jerseyans are invited to share their stories and ideas about our democracy.

New Jersey's Democracy Conversation

See what your neighbors are saying about democracy in our state.

Use the submission link below to add your own thoughts to the conversation. Responses from your fellow New Jerseyans can be viewed below. Use the various filters and click the "Submit" button to see only the responses that fit your selected criteria.


Tell Your Story

What do you think about the state of our democracy? Add your personal reflection to the statewide conversation about democracy in America through a written statement, photograph, or audio/video submission.

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“Corporate control via lobbyist”

Christine and Asala
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

“Capitalism allows the rich too much control over government”

Kalista , 18
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

“Corruption and inefficiency”

Anonymous , 18
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

“People who question the integrity of election results”

Anonymous , 18
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

“Our politicians are financed by the health insurance industry”

Maureen , 67
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

“Politicians are owned by corporations”

Eileen , 61
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

“Us vs. them mentalities”

Mannan , 18
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

“Loyalty towards a party rather than majority’s wellbeing”

Aliya , 60
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

“Hate of immigrants”

Allison , 65
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

“Inequalities”

Erjana , 18
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

“Corporate greed”

Kara , 18
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

“corruption”

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What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

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